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Daughter of Highland Hall ~ Book Launch Giveaways

Hi Friends,

It’s time to celebrate the release of The Daughter of Highland Hall, Book Two in the Edwardian Brides Series!

The official launch date is October 7th, but we’ll be celebrating all month with special events, and we’ll be giving away five prize packages right here on my blog. Keep reading and make plans to celebrate with us!

California Book Launch: Downton Abbey Inspired ~ Book Signing Luncheon Tea at Paris in a Cup in Orange, CA, on Saturday, October 18th, 10:30 am. I’ll be sharing about my visit to Highclere Castle where Downton Abbey is filmed and tell the story behind my new book. Paris in a Cup is lovely, and the food is awesome! This is event is almost sold out, but give them a call and see if there is still room for you to attend.

The Daughter of Highland Hall Giveaways: We’re offering five Edwardian Prize Packages, and we’re giving the first one away on Launch Day, Oct. 7th. But you can continue to enter all month. The other four prize packages will be given away on October 10, 17, 24, and 31! Check back each Friday to see if you are a winner.

October 7th Prize Package “Tyntesfield Treasures” includes items I brought back from my last trip to England. Tyntesfiled is the beautiful estate that is the inspiration for Highland Hall. This package includes: Tyntesfiled tea towel, Tyntesfield mug, Tyntesfield Chapel stained glass sun catcher, Vintage Tea Time Recipes Cookbook, and a signed copy of The Daughter of Highland Hall.

*****Congratulations to Mikaela! She is the winner of the first Prize Package. She left this comment: I love reading historical fiction because it gives me the chance to “live” in another time. “The Governess of Highland Hall” is one of my absolute favorite books and I cannot wait to get my hands on “Daughter of Highland Hall.” Mikaela, be watching for my email. I’ll need your mailing address! : )

October 10th Prize Package includes a Downton Abbey 2015 Calendar, An Edwardian style necklace from Belle on a Budget, A lovelyEnglish bone china tea cup, and a copy of The Daughter of Highland Hall.

******Congratulations to Sally S. from Happy Valley, Oregon. She is the winner of this prize package!

October 17th Prize Package includes a canister of Downton Abbey Tea, London Clock Tower necklace, a lovely English bone china tea cup, and a copy of The Daughter of Highland Hall.

********Congratulations to Sara Kate! She is the winner of this prize package!

October 24th Prize Package includes a Downton Abbey Puzzle, An antique key beaded pendant from Belle on a Budget, a lovely tea cup, and a copy of The Daughter of Highland Hall.

********Congratulation wo Kathleen E. Belongia! She is the winner of the 4th prize package!

October 31 Prize Package includes A Year in the Life of Downton Abbey hard cover book, Set of four Downton Abbey Coasters, an lovely English bone china teacup, and a copy of The Daughter of Highland Hall.

*******Congratulations to Brenda P., from Mobile, Alabama who is the winner of the final Prize Package!

Hi Virginia, yes, it’s wonderful to be carried away to another time and place! That’s why I try to do a lot of research, so my stories will ring true and you will feel like you’ve been to 1912 England. Happy Reading!

One of the things that I love about reading historical novels, particularly ones set in early England is the interaction of the characters among the constraints of society, especially the strong willed women. I can only imagine how I (also somewhat strong willed) would deal with men and society at that time.

I’ve loved historical fiction for many years because it takes me to wonderful places and time periods that are so exciting. In addition, every time I read a historical novel, I always feel as though I’ve learned something new. Never stop learning!

I love the clothes! (Although, in real life, there’s NO WAY you could convince me to change that many times in a day 😉 ). I also love the courtesy, the language, the subtle humor and the houses (although, once again, there’s NO WAY I’d want to clean one 😉 ). I reread all of Jane Austen’s books about once every two years.

I have always loved History. I especially like reading stories set during this period. It seems like the men were Gentlemen and the women were Ladies. There were manners and codes of conduct people followed.

ooops. I forgot to comment as requested. I do so enjoy historical fiction. I love the clothing and tea time, the etiquette and understanding the struggles women faced. I especially love when the gentleman have kind, genteel ways, yet their strength still shines through. I am so thankful for CHRISTIAN authors of great historical fiction.

I love reading historical fiction for several reasons: the clothing, chivalry as the norm, the occasional strong-willed woman in a time of submissive women, and “seeing” different places and time periods and life prior to all of our technological advancements of the present day. Most of all, I love history! I love learning about another place and time period through historical fiction.

Historical Fiction: I love how it transports me back to a time of a when folks lived with some form of ediquite and moral standard. I love that so many of the authors I read show forth God’s love in the lives of those of the past. It brings me real joy in knowing how they dealt with something in life.
Linda

I love reading historical fiction because I can learn about another place and time period .I am looking forward to readingThe Daughter of Highland Hall. .Thank you for the opportunity to win.I enjoy reading your books.

I enjoy going back in time and seeing how they lived. It’s always interesting to see how things have changed, usually for the better but sometimes for the worse. I would love the chance to visit Edwardian England thru your book!

Historical fiction is my very favorite genre. I appreciate the research the authors do to place their characters within the happenings/events of the time period. So much more than we might have learned in school. What fun giveaways! Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House

Wow, what an amazing giveaway, I love reading Historical Fiction!!! I love the old days and I wish they still did some of the things they had back then!!! I would choose the number 2 prize package if I win!!! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!!!!

I have always loved the clothing, especially the beautiful gowns, the hairstyles, romance of the age, the etiquette, and the music! If well done, the novel or movie will always have me sighing with pleasure 🙂

I love historical fiction because it takes me back to a more simple time. It’s relaxing to read. I love everything about historical books! It has always been and will always most likely be my favorite. 🙂

Carrie, I can hardly wait to read Daughter of Highland Hall. I so wish I lived near one of the locations for the book launch party. I hope you have a great time. I look forward to the pictures I’m sure you will share. God bless!!

I love living “vicariously” through the characters and trying to imagine what life was like back then. Imagination stretches you and historical fiction gives you the chance to ‘make new friends’ with the characters and their lives/times.

I have always loved historical books because I get to travel back into another time period. For a little while I get to be in the world of fancy dresses and lovely things such as that. Even though they also have struggles it’s fun to read through it.

I really enjoy reading historical fiction. I like the simpler times, but were they really simpler??? I can’t imagine doing with out a lot of the modern conveniences, let alone just thinking about fixing a meal or doing laundry in historical times… Thank you for the giveaways, good luck with your new book!

I loveI lvoI love reading about their clothing, the way they meet prospective husbands, and their stylish homes! Their lifestyle is so different from what we experience now. The communication, transportation, and the way food is prepared – so many things are interesting to see and read about.
Thank you for this wonderful giveaway, Carrie!

I love reading historical fiction because it gives me the chance to “live” in another time. “The Governess of Highland Hall” is one of my absolute favorite books and I cannot wait to get my hands on “Daughter of Highland Hall.”

I love to read historical fiction for several reasons: it’s a great way to learn more about history if the time period has been well-researched, it often takes me back to a more elegant time period with beautiful gowns and wonderful old buildings, and in settings I can only visit through books. I have a feeling it’s much more fun to read about these times than to have actually lived then. When I was a teen, I read a lot of Victoria Holt romantic historical suspense, so I’ve had a soft spot for England ever since.

I love reading history and when you get to read about history in story form that makes it all the the better! Mostly it’s curiosity that draws me to hear how people lived and survived. Thanks Carrie for this great opportunity and blessings to you! Jenny
jennydtipton at gmail dot com

Thank-you for hosting this giveaway. The Daughter of Highland Hall looks lovely!
What I love most about historical fiction is gaining a better understanding of the mindsets of the people who lived then. 🙂

I love all the clothes and beautiful homes/mansions. I love those years but the thing I love the most is I don’t have to live then to enjoy it. I wouldn’t have been a good servant and I never could have sat still that long! : ) Thank you for the wonderful info and pics and the gifts you are giving away . . . really special! Can’t wait to read it.

I love well-researched books that teach me about a different era. I especially love when I’m so swept into a story and characters that I feel like I’m there with them. (I have The Governess of Highland Hall in my TBR stack and can’t wait to get to it. I think it will be right up my alley!)

AHHHH! Yay! I’m so excited about this book (I actually have it on pre-order, but a signed copy would be fabulous to have!!!!!). I enjoy historical because it’s wonderful… The elegance, the history, the beauty you can almost touch. There’s something whimsical and yet real about reading of people in another era, dealing with issues that we might be facing. Plus I love teacups and a well-written Duke. 😉

You must have had a lot of fun putting these amazing prize packages together. They are so lovely!
Even if I am not one of the lucky winners I know I will still very much enjoy reading Daughter Of Highland Hall. Congrats on the release!

Oops…I was supposed to say something about historical fiction…
Well-researched and well-written historical fiction is such a clear window through which to see and appreciate the past. While homeschooling my kids I relied on it to help them develop a love for history they wouldn’t have had by reading dry textbooks. It’s still my favorite genre because it has a deeper meaning than “just” fiction.

I love reading about historical fiction/English historical fiction, because it is very exciting and eye-opening about learning about a time period so much different from your own. It feels foreign to you, but so wonderful (at times!) and very engaging and easy to grab your (the reader’s) attention. Also, I am of an English/Scottish/Irish heritage so I enjoy learning about quirks, etc that my family may have had (regional food/festivals/quirks/etc). Thank you very much for this giveaway opportunity!

Historical fiction brings history to life by immersing the reader in the customs, fashion, and architecture of the period. I find that it also exposes me to people, places, and events that were not covered in during my school years.
It’s intriguing and worth my time because it allows me to discover new worlds. I enjoy retreating into good historical fiction!!

I just love the time period, it was such an innocent time for women, and they were vulnerable in many ways. reading these historical fiction books, just lets me relax and join the character’s lives for a while.

Historicals which are set in England have always been my favorite since they are fascinating and give me insight into the culture, society, mores and lifestyle. the characters and their relationships, dilemmas and failures and successes.

I would rather read historical romances than modern day books. I especially like books set overseas, like Scotland, Ireland and England. I can’t wait till Downton Abbey starts up again in January, love that show.

I have always enjoyed studying history-almost majored in it; as a child,I loved reading historical novels and that has carried over to today!! I love to get ‘transported’ back in time via books!! What better way to ‘learn’ customs,language,culture,than through a good novel!! Thank you for the opportunity to win one of these great gifts!!!

I’ve enjoyed historicals since reading the American Girl books in elementary school. I think it’s a combination of learning about a different time period and the often more … refined or respectful way more people approached romantic relationships (not always, but many did). And I’m kind of an Anglophobe, so anything British …. just let me imagine those awesome British accents in my head … 😉

Thank you for a chance to win! I love reading historical fiction because I can be taken back in time and to different places while learning a little history. I am also fond of the dresses they wore during that time period. ~ Blessings ~

I have always loved history – except memorizing the dates…lol – so I love historical fiction. I visited England many years ago, and would love to visit again. Any story featuring England, castles, etc. makes my to be read list!

I really do enjoy historical fiction — it’s fun to add imagination to events that we know about ‘broadly’ but not intimately. Speculation is always interesting!! I love the time period of tea and gowns and dressing for dinner, so these books are just downright enjoyable!! (And, just so y’all know, the 10th is my birthday and what a fabulous way to celebrate!!) LOL! Congrats on the new book launch!! 🙂

I love English historical fiction! I feel like I was born in the wrong era (and country). I am fascinated by the way people lived their lives, how they dressed, how they talked…it is all so interesting to me. I can’t get enough Jane Austen and am thoroughly hooked on Downton Abbey.

I love reading about the past and how it used to be, especially in Europe. While I think a lot of it is romantic, I have to admit I am glad I didn’t live back then. I would however, love to take a few days trip there just to soak up the atmosphere and experience first hand how they acted and to see it in all of it’s glory.

Books about that era excite me because I love finding out how history unfolded there and how it relates to us here in the U.S.

I love historical fiction because I love living history, and reading a story set in the past not only makes me feel like I’m learning something, but it sticks with me better than just reading facts in a history book. And I’m a sucker for a good romance, too. 🙂

I love reading Historical novels set in England…..such a refined era……so different from life today! It’s fun to try to imagine living in that time and place as you read the stories…can’t wait to read Daughter of Highland Hall!

I just love the sofistication of that entire era. The aristocrats, the Ton. I love the whole “coming out” when you reached a certain age too. It’s a very different life than what we know and an enjoyment to read. Can’t wait to read your latest, The Daughter of Highland Hall! Thank you for such generous prizes!

I discovered The Governess of Highland Hall when I just happened to pick it up on a whim in a bookstore while looking around in the Christian fiction section. I knew I would love it after reading the description, and was proven correct! This book is a combination of all of my favorite things: my faith, Christian romance, the British, and the early 1900’s time period! I was beyond thrilled to find out that it was part of a series, and the new book is out right in time for my birthday! Thank you for reminding me how much I still love to read, despite graduate school stealing my joy for a couple of years!

I love historical novels because they transport me to a time I can’t have personal knowledge of. I love it when an author makes the time and people come alive! Thank you for the opportunity in this giveaway. =)

I love reading! Especially historical romance. I love to get carried away, living every waking moment in the character. Most times I am even inspired by the characters I am reading. I wonder as to how I would react if this were me. I truly become that person. Thank you for a chance to win you book. God Bless

The thing I love the most about reading historical fiction is being able to be transported to another time and place and experience the way people used to live, with all their elegant manners, fancy dinners and beautiful homes. 🙂

Mikala was reading your book before as we were leaving the bookstore.She loves it.I just might get to read it when she’s done as she’s promised a fried of ours she could read it.I’d love to win your next package as I love all the things you are giving away.I’m a book nut.Would rather read than watch TV.

I love to read Historical fiction. Especially the books in England! I do a lot of research for genealogy and these types of books depict some of the same life my ancestors lived. Its fun to imagine that lifestyle.

I love your book covers and love seeing your pictures from your book parties. I would love to attend but live so far away so I will pretend that I am there. Congratulations on the book. I enjoy period history so much. Can’t wait for Down Town Abby to start back up also. Love you Blogs.

Love this series of books and looking forward to the book launch party this Saturday at Paris in a Cup. I will be meeting up with you Carrie and meeting other people who truly enjoy your writing…the common thread.

Through this contest I was just introduced to “The Daughter of Highland Hall” series. I am so excited as I am going to look for book 1 and red it ASAP. I so enjoy reading historical novels. They bring me to a time I wish I had been born in.

I love historical fiction because even though the characters go through difficulties times just seem simpler. I also love the fashion, they dressed like ladies. All in all it’s a pleasant escape from the everyday stresses. Thanks for the opportunity to win. The cover of The Daughter of Highland Hall is enticing and looks like a great read!

I LOVE historical fiction because of the non fiction things I learn. I never liked history in school and I’ve begun to think it’s because of the way the books were written. I have learned SO much about history just by reading and reviewing GREAT and entertaining stories. As far as loving English set historical fiction I’ve always loved and been interested in Europe especially England! I’ve always wanted to go there and I find the setting and countryside that I’ve read about and seen portrayed amazing! 🙂 And there’s just something about the time and the way people lived I just find it all very intriguing. So I really don’t have much of an answer I just love it! LOL!

I like historical novels for the glimpse into the past. I know much research goes into each novel to keep the work as close to accurate as possible, and I love and appreciate that. Set in England, I enjoy novels that include the Queen’s English in the speaking. This one looks love and I look forward to reading it!
Blessings!

Historical fiction is my favorite genre. I especially love stories set in England, Ireland, Scotland as I have always wanted to visit the UK. I just love the descriptions of the homes, clothes, and customs.

These prize packages look awesome. I love to read historical romances because you get to take a peek at what life was like back then. You can imagine the story and be transported back in time. It’s always nice to leave all your problems behind and immerse yourself in the characters lives.

I have always been a huge fan of historical fiction, beginning in 2nd-grade when my teacher turned me on to a series of historical novels for children about famous people from the 1700s and 1800s. And then when I was 11 or so, I read “Gone with the Wind,” and became hooked on the genre. My favorite works are stories of Tudor England, but I love all historical subjects.

I the old fashioned days!!!! Wow I love to win a prize, your books always awesome, I’m sorry to say I haven’t read any of them yet but I would love the chance to!!! Thanks for the awesome giveaway and God Bless you!!!
I love Christian fiction like, Christian Romance, Historical fiction, Mystery and maybe some others!
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My mom got me hooked on books when I was in my teens, I absolutely love reading!! Especially historical romances!! Thank you to all the great writers for sharing your stories with me! You have made my dreams better!

I love reading historical fiction like this. You can get swept away and enter another time. It is really interesting to see the differing social etiquette and attitudes, yet the people have the same feelings and desires as we have today. Still, they have to conform to the society in which they live. And it is fun to see how they deal with the expectations and frustrations they experience.

I love Jane Austen, so novels that are based in England always draw me in. I have not read any of your novels, but after doing the scavenger hunt I am really excited to do so. The gift prizes your giving away are beautiful! Especially the tea cup, since drinking tea for me is an every day thing. 🙂

Historical fiction is my favorite to read becuase I love
learning more about that era and the ways and traditions
of that time. It is a step back in fime and escape to a different time in our history. This book, Daughter of Highland Hall looks wonderful. Looking forward to reading this series.

I love to escape to the past in the pages of a book. I especially love to read books set in England, Ireland, and Scotland. I just love those places. That and my ancestry is English on my fathers side and Scottish on my Mother’s.

I can’t say enough about the daughter of Highland Hall. After reading . the first book I couldn’t wait for this book. I would rate them a 10 each if I could. I can hardly wait for book 3. As I read I get drawn into them like I’m leaving there. When I find them in the store I’m going to buy up , copies of both books for Christmas gifts.

I have loved reading historical fiction every since I was a young girl reading Little House on the Prairie. It’s such a different way of life than what we live today and I have always been drawn to their dress and mannerisms, especially the regency elite.

Congrats to your book and YAY for the wonderful giveaway! You are sure very generous with the prizes!

As for what I love about reading historical fiction, especially stories set in England – well, it´s the feeling. British culture is like no else, with the gallantry, dry humour, weather, hunting seasons, ballrooms, dandys, gentlemans, lovely heroines – utterly romantic but not too sweet, witty but not arrogant, friendly but not obsessive. Like an old friend!

I am glad to find another author of historical fiction. I have enjoyed reading these types of books and have been working on writing one. But it hasnt been easy. I was also glad to connect with you on Pinterest.

Although I know the historical time periods weren’t as nice as I like to pretend, I really enjoy the stories set in the various time periods because I’ve always enjoyed thinking of the nicer points of the time. Also I just love history.

My favorite part about historical fiction is the accuracy in it. I have learned so many interesting things about different time periods. Things I have learned about while reading have inspired me to do my own research online to find out more. Sometimes I actually feel transported to the setting of the book I am reading. That is the mark of an excellent author to be able to do that to their readers.

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